Legal Studies Part-time Instructor Pool 2025-2026

Position Details

The Department of History, Geography and Legal Studies in the College of Social Sciences, Math and Education at The University of Tampa invites applications for part-time instructors to teach undergraduate courses in Legal Studies. The University’s Legal Studies program is a vibrant and growing program offering a minor in Law, Justice, and Advocacy. The program has over 200 undergraduates enrolled as minors, and it attracts many non-minor students to its classes as well. We are looking for instructors eager to work with an undergraduate student population that includes both those students who are contemplating attending law school and those who are simply exploring the legal field out of academic interest.
 

Responsibilities will include:

1.  Creating a syllabus and other course related materials.

2.  Teaching in-person course(s) according to departmental guidelines.

3.  Providing time outside of class to meet with students.

4.  Completing course grading and submitting final grades in the on-line system.
 

The successful candidate will have:

1.  Required: Juris Doctor (JD)

2.  Preferred: Teaching experience, especially college-level teaching experience

We are especially interested in candidates who can teach courses during normal working hours (9 am to 5 pm during the week). If you can do so, please state this in your cover letter.

Required Attachments

Please be sure to attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Additional Information

Applications for part-time positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. For a list of Legal Studies courses taught at the University, please see the Law, Justice and Advocacy program’s page in the University catalog (https://ut.smartcatalogiq.com/en/current/catalog/course-descriptions/lja-law-justice-and-advocacy/). Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis which may include fall, spring and summer.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate based on age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Submission Guidelines

To receive full consideration for a faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to upload documents as required for this position at time of application submission. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application. Note: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required, please combine the additional documents into a single attachment so that you may continue through the application process.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.